Volvo XC40 Review // The Mercedes GLA, Audi Q3 or this??
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This is a couple car review of the Volvo XC40 small luxury SUV. The Volvo XC40 is an innovative design in a crowded small SUV category. In this video we will discuss the features of the Volvo XC40 small utility in comparison to the newest entries in this compact SUV space, the Mercedes GLA and Audi Q3. The Volvo XC40 is a 2-row 5-passenger small crossover with two available engines, the base T4 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder with 187hp or the T5 version of the same engine putting out 250hp and 258lb.-ft. of torque. The power goes to all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission. The XC40 is sold as an XC40 Momentum, the XC40 Inscription and this XC40 R-Design. The vast majority of buyers choose the T5 engine and either the Inscription or R-Design trims. Even the base model XC40 small luxury SUV comes nicely equipped with a 9-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch instrument panel, Collision mitigation front and rear, Blind spot monitoring with cross traffic alert, Power adjustable drivers seat with memory, Power operated tailgate, Heated front seats and leather steering wheel and Apple Carplay & Android Auto.
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This test car did come with 20-inch wheels for $1475.
ps, you can get a sunroof on the momentum(base) trim also($1150 option)
I was about to say.... this car has the 20” wheels.
Love your reviews! Most especially the exterior rolling shots! 🤩 Ive owned an XC40 for a year+ and it’s been an amazing car so far!
Nightlife and viewer questions. You guys are killing these car reviews. Keep up the great work.
Wow, thank you very much! Really glad you are enjoying the new features.
Nice review. Wife looked at a few cars and wound up on the XC40, then it was T5 vs. P8. Watched both your reviews and were very helpful. The nice thing is other than drive train they are virtually identically equipped. The infotainment is Google in the P8, but lacks a few features. The limited range and extremely thirsty P8 while under normally not an issue can be a concern in the cold. Also driving both cars the T5 seems a bit more nimble and handles road irregularities better than the P8. The battery weight of the P8 hurts it on irregular roads, but still a nice car and handle good, just not as nimble as the T5. And I know people complained about Volvo's older infotainment, but I found it rather good, mostly intuitive. Wife is getting T5 in Bursting Blue and it is a very good looking vehicle. As for the wheels, the 20 inch wheels do make the ride a tad harsher and in the P9 the 19's are better on the ride, actually wish the T5 we are getting had the 19's as it would make the ride really compliant while still handling. And the T5 has a spare which the P8 does not.
Thanks for answering my questions. I was so so happy. :)
Love love your reviews and the love between you two. 😃
Thank you so much, really glad you are enjoying the reviews we do together. And it was our pleasure to answer your questions, I really love this segment.
i have a 2020 XC40 with the polestar upgrade, LOVE my Volvo
I still in shock how you guys videos are sharp and pleasant to watch comparing with other channels , again , great job.
Thank you very much!
Thank you very much!
I enjoy your videos! Maybe for cars that have been out awhile you can also mention some research on the depreciation and probably reliability too?
Great job you two!! I’m shopping for my first lease deal as the pandemic winds down after saying goodbye to my 2012 VW Tiguan and I am just amazed by the competition and the sub/compact luxury SUV level. I appreciate your video as I do my research from the comfort of my home, and after pricing every option and test driving the tops, the xc40 just wins out. No better lease deal out there, plenty inventory seems available (unlike the Q3), and overall the vehicle just takes the cake. Seriously, thank you!!
Why don't you buy it with a loan instead?
I live in Sweden and have just ordered a XC40 B4, and after senig your review I can East sak I fel reassured.
Hi, Good review. I bought a new Xc40 Inscription in November. It is the best of the bunch by a long way. I absolutely love it.
Thank you and congrats on your new XC40, enjoy!
Excellent review! Informative, funny, great entertainment, I look forward to this every Saturday, thank you. Drea love the red boots, love your style, you are the coolest. 😎
Thank you so much, glad you are enjoying the content!
Hi guys I’ve subscribed great review going to test drive a xc40 R Design Saturday next thanks 👍
Hi Zack and Andrea, Another great car review! Very informative... and love your dynamics. 😉 I also like the 'For Your Consideration' segment. I will be test driving this XC40 soon.
Excellent, thank you for watching! Glad you like our new segments especially For Your Consideration.
Thanks! 👍
Wow that 360 camera is awesome. Gotta say that with most companies, the different views by different cameras around the vehicle put together make the 360 look VERY weird, barely usable sometimes. That one, though, is impressive
Best looking couple on TH-cam!! This Volvo MIGHT be the only reason I would leave Audi/VW. I think it's a great cross over. Awesome review as usual!
I find that Volvo has really improved their styling and curb appeal, their styling used to be so blah and almost sleepy.
Yes, I couldn't agree more, the recent Volvo's I have been in have been great.
That blahness is what made them so popular among the few that bought them.
Except for that piece of plastic in the driver seat. Oh, wait…
Lovely review. Quick question to both of you - If you had to choose between the BMW X1 and the Volvo XC40, which one would you go for, and why?
I had one t5 and the engine was a little noisy and there was some noticeable lag for the turbo , the adaptive cruise control was a little slow to restart and ride was noisy too .
Other than that was a good car
I have to take it to the dealer because problems with the capless gasoline system
But , I was involved in a car accident and it was totaled and I survived, so I appreciate that very much .
Thanks for the review
I'm sorry to hear about your accident, I am glad your Volvo did its job. I didn't find a lag with this T5, it was really peppy, more than I thought it would be. Thanks for watching!
Nice to see you guys on my birthday. As usual you guys do a great review. My friend just got one from Volvo here in Montreal as a loaner as they work on his car. Volvo are great for standing behind their products. My friend had premature rust on the 4 fenders and they replaced all four. They come from the factory already pre-painted. Also his car is almost 10 years old and has over 130Kms! His car is a fully loaded T6. Regarding the loaner he was surprised how sluggish compared to his sedan; apparently it's an 8 speed automatic while his car is a 6 speed auto. I love the Volvo interiors and even for an older model the infotainment system is quite good. Scandinavian design meets Bang & Olufsen. Don't the taillights remind you of the old Nissan Juke? Not my favorite. Volvo call the headlights Thors Hammers....They're ok. I find the price is higher than the competition for the same amount of features. BMW just reduced the starting price of the 2021 X1....and no HUD display in the Volvo. Are there any paddle shifters?
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed the review. As well, thanks for your feedback on your friend's Volvo, sounds like it has been a good vehicle for him. Yes, there are paddle shifters on the R-Design XC40.
One of the best reviews of this car!!!
Yes, I agree about sitting up high. One of my pet peeves are cars where you sit low. Both my daughter and I prefer to sit higher. I'm 5'4'' and my daughter is 5'9''. Your reviews are the best!
Have an Inscription and it is sooooo fun not to mention very good looking. This is a great little vehicle!
I agree, Volvo make some of the best seats. They are so good, you even notice when you try them at the car show. In New York, I remember going from a Mercedes S class to (at the time) the Volvo S80, and I noticed the difference immediately. You do not even have to drive the car!
Yes, gorgeous interiors!
Geez, Zack, get a room! LOL! You guys are definitely doing something right as a couple!
Great review, as it’s become the norm lately! I appreciate that Volvo hasn’t followed the fake air intake and enormous front grille trends that other manufacturers have embarked on.
Thank you, appreciate the positive feedback. Glad you are enjoying the channel. Volvo did a great job on this XC40.
I love this vehicle! That’s awesome! Finally someone found the space for the garbage!! You guys sound like upbeat and and some good laughs.
Thank you so much, really glad to hear you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
@@andreaspencer9813 You are very welcome Andrea! 👍🏻
I think is the XC40 is a nice little premium package thats been very well thought out. The speakers are not in the doors, which improves storage. They use whats called an air woofer for sound thats under the hood on
the cowl. Good review guys! I think this is the nicest of the group, in its class.
Yes, great vehicle, I really enjoyed driving it. Thanks for watching and always being there to support the channel. Much appreciated!
Love the look of this car and I’m a man 😉 Great fun and informative vlogging style guys 👏👏
I look forward to your videos each week- thanks for the excellent content.
The Volvo looks better than it's competitors IMO, not sure I'd buy one though.
Thank you, so glad you are enjoying the content, appreciate your kind words.
Hi guys - thank you for the review
Can I ask - what is the cabin noise like at higher speeds please
Also- I have 2 Labradors- would you mind saying if you ever do reviews to figure in putting in dogs in suvs--
I currently have a Subaru XV - or Crossover as it’s known in the northern hemisphere
I’m also obsessed with auto locking when the driver leaves a car - which I had in my Renault - I’ve accidentally left my car unlocked so many times!
I owned a Volvo S60 back 2005. I have been brand hopping ever since. But I have to admit, that to this day, the most comfortable car seats I've ever sat in where the Volvo S60 seats from back in 2005. I haven't ridden a Volvo since then, but I have to imagine they have only improved in the last 16+ years. Insanely comfortable seats. They are even better than BMW. I think they are industry leading comfort.
Great review, but where you got the fuel economy? My 2019 mainly Vancouver to Chilliwack speed 100 to 115 lowest I got 9.5.
I had my XC40 R-Design one year ago. The 360 parking cam is wonderful. Now I am not able to park other cars without 360 cam.
LoL at 13:30ish. Zac tries to take a victory lap and Drea hits him with the "yes dear, you're the best! line". How many times have we all been on the receiving end of that?
lol! Oh you caught that, thanks for watching.
@@andreaspencer9813 You guys remind me of my wife and myself. If Zac's anything like me, all I can say is Bless you.
@@robfern66 Why? Did she sneeze?
Hello. I adore wathcing your car's reviews. I thought that it would be great to release the special issue with a group of small 4x4 practical vehicals. What do you think about fiat panda 4x4?
I’ve followed Zach for a while and I enjoy the channel a lot. But the addition of Andrea to it has brought it up to a whole new level. Keep up the great work, guys. Greetings from south of your border.
Thanks for this, means a lot!
Wow, so nice, thank you very much!
In southern u.s. most people get the B4 cause of cheaper insurance,better gas mileage,less cv joint repair risks, and 250 lbs lighter. In northern climates want that 4wd for icey driving.. In europe they are very envious cause they dont even get a B4 option..only B3 ( 3 cylinder)... Great review thank you!
thanks from the US for a great review!
What a video guys... you 2 working together really worked! Well done 👍🏻
Thank you very much, glad you like us together! :)
Thanks a ton!
Andrea Spencer u
I like that you guys talk about available cold weather packages in your reviews. A heated steering wheel when it’s cold out is like a warm hug.
Thank you!
People talk about self driving and all that jazz but the best things ever are heated seats, cooled seats, heated steering wheels and rearview cameras, you have that and your life is golden.
Don't forget heated wipers for the snow/ice they work pretty good.
"I like it hot too"...you made Andrea blush! (LOL) Nice review but too bad they don't do a hybrid version. I'm not all in on full electric yet as I drive a Rav4 Hybrid for that reason. Thanks!
Thanks, glad you liked it! :)
Hi Zack and Andrea! Great review as always!
Totally off-topic: Zack reminds me of a young Norm Macdonald.
Thank you, glad you liked it. Yes, there are a few people who see the same thing as you!
I'm really liking the interior and practicality of this Volvo.
On reliability side, how is this compared to Lexus NX? Or just Volvo vs Lexus in general?
What a great couple! Thanks
Does the infotainment package (I guess it is named Navigation Tech) is required to use Android Auto ?
Hey Zack, those commenters that previously bashed you for saying that the XC40 was intended mostly for women were obviously not as educated and informed as you when it comes to vehicles and brands’ target consumers...quite obvious as you do car reviews for a living unlike those commenters! Good thing your opinion was validated by Volvo’s award.
Indeed, Our family would never buy a vehicle without huge input from Mom because she drives it more than anyone.
Well said!
Yep i watched the earlier xc40 review. I was one of the roasters because i thought some guys would appreciate those features. But tbh, you had good points
Woman's World Car of the Year was great vindication!!
Just got the XC40 R-Design for my wife yesterday. We stepped it down from the XC90 as she wanted a smaller suv, and she loves it.
I think you made an error regarding the rims, you can upgraded to 20” rims, and we did.
Thanks for the review!
Thanks for sharing, enjoy your purchase, it's a great one. Are you in the US or Canada? On the Volvo site in Canada, it just shows 19" wheels, no 20" available.
@@andreaspencer9813 but the car you are driving HAS 20” wheels! In the shot directly after you said that you can read the tire size on the tire.
@@subarubiker17 Good Eye, thanks for this!
20” wheels are available for all trims even on the base Momentum.
What vehicle would you prefer to be in when involved in a two car head on collision at 60mph or more? Thank you very much. I need guidance.
Thinking about this to replace the Jaguar E-Pace. I like the E-Pace but I'm a little scared of possible maintenance costs after the lease is up.
I like the xc40. Living in a big city, I like a compact all season car but appreciate some power, good styling , Handling and good ergonomics, reasonable cost. If I wanted power I’ll bring out my 2016 E63 Amg (800hp). This is a great 3 season car (this or the golf R, Mazda CX30). Thank you for the informative video.
Thank you for watching!
Volvo has nailed their styling with their entries in the past 5 years. Great review Zack and Andrea!
Thanks for this!
Thank you so much!
Long time sub and love the changes to the channel. Andrea brings a great new dynamic to the reviews. You convinced me to grab the new Q3 with that review. Keep up the great work!
Thank you so much, glad you like the changes we've made. Happy our review helped you buy a Q3, great vehicle. Enjoy!
Good choice!
Think I drove this exact tester at Volvo of Vancouver a few weeks ago, ended up going with an XC60 instead! You guys should totally do a video on the XC60 to compare
Yes, good idea, we'll look into that!
We will!
The R design again is just appearance package (like the Acura A-Spec), right?
Did Zack pop a Molly before this review? He is just touching all the materials loving the textures 😂
haha
You both are 'bursting' in style. Good review 👌
Thank you!
Much appreciated!
I want the hybrid electric/petroleum but it’s not offered in the U.S. will it ever get here ?
Looking forward to your XC40 Recharge reviews in the near future 👍
You and us both!
Us too!
I can't wait until all Volvos are electric with Polestar. It's going to get interesting !!
Has the XC40 been updated since it was released? Everything I am hearing is no different from the reviews I’ve watched before June 2019.
Thanks for the review. I disliked that upkick at the d-pillar when it debuted and still can’t see myself looking at it everyday. I’m w zack on heated steering, especially in Manitoba. I noticed that XT4 has standard heated wheel/front/rear seats and wireless acp/aa. And available massaging seats are tempting... It’s a real contender for me. Any chance to get an updated review w Andrea’s input on the XT4? Thanks absolutely love your reviews.
Thank you so much, really glad you are enjoying the reviews. We will look into getting a XT4, not sure if there is one available in the press fleet or not. Like I said in our reviews before, if I could get a heated steering wheel, heated seats and a sunroof standard, I would be a happy girl. :)
Great look at this category!
Haha Zork now Andrea's jacket is "felt".
Hi guys great review. Just noticed when the car pulled up it does come with 20inch wheels, so I think Andrea may have got it wrong when she said this trim only comes with 19 inch rims?
You are right, I was wrong. It does come with 20" wheels, I didn't see it on the site at first. They are optional for $1,475
Thanks guys! After thinking we wanted the XC60, your review has me swayed toward the 40. As always, the Canadian folks are the best!
You'll regret it. xc60 is way better lol
@@jzy0104 why do you say?
Yes, I love Canadians can't wait until the border opens up so I can drive my new Volvo to Montreal !!
ahhh... he keeps touching her arm. Oh wait, they are a couple. Phew
Love the reviews the both of you are putting out, thanks so much!
1:01 here in Turkey we have only the T3 (163 hp, 3 cylinders) because of the very high taxes. The T3 Momentum is around 70.000 USD :(
that blue is stunning id buy one good stuff u2 ..
Thank you!
I like this car. I'm over 6ft and have been inside one at the dealership. I felt like the seat was low to me and was like sitting in a bowl. Ha! I didn't adjust the seat and I'm probably just used to the old SUV I currently drive. Afrain that it'll be too small for me.
Awesome 👏 review... Could you guys do a video on a Tesla Model 3 2021 at night ?🚘
Torque? Torque? You want torque? One word: "Polestar". There's a $1K (ouch!!! but I paid it anyway) option for added ECU programming, sold as the Polestar package. It's all about keeping the motor throwing out tons of torque. It also changes transmission shift points. It' supposed to help provide engine braking - count me underwhelmed on that point. Go with manual paddle shifting, Polestar engaged, and the XC40 is a beast in the twisties. Drop back to "Comfort" and back to "let the engine pick the gears" out of the twisties. Life is very, very good.
Oh, yeah, and there's a Polestar badge that blends in with the two other badges on the back. How cool is that? :D
You are great !! Thanks alot 🌹❤️👍
The two of you reviewing cars together is just THE BEST ❤️
Awesome, really glad you like it, thank you.
own the t4 and don't find it underpowered or any trouble. I don't use it for offroad for im very happy with FWD and the fuel savings :) the XC40 is an excellent vehicle
Thanks for your feedback!
Another great video- I really look forward to your in depth reviews and thoroughness of every vehicle.
Can you tell me where the XC40 is manufactured? I can't find it anywhere- Sweden? Belgium? China?
Andrea adds so much enthusiasm and spark to your reviews. She is very knowledgeable and informative. As a (former) dedicated male chauvinist, I truly value her input, opinions and comments!! I am now a real Andrea fan.
Wow! Thank you so much, I really appreciate your kind words. I am glad to hear you are enjoying the reviews we do together and are enjoying my input. :) The XC40 is built in Belgium.
From what I have read, some come from Belgium, some from China. Your phone, computer, TV and camera also come from China... Yes, Andrea is the best!
The XC40 is built in Ghent, Belgium and Luqiao, China. The Ghent-plant is the global hub for the XC40 and supply most markets. The plant in China supply the APAC-region.
You can tell by the VIN where it´s built. If a Volvo-VIN start with YV1 it´s built in Sweden or Belgium. If it starts with LVY/LYV it´s built in one of the China-plants and 7JR if it´s built in the US.
In addition to this the 11th digit in the VIN is the plant-code. I´m nut sure about the Lugiau-plant, but the others are like this:
1 = Torslanda
2 = Ghent
P = Daqing
G = Charleston
B = Chengdu
An example is this VIN: LYVUZBMUDLB433959. This is a XC60 built in China (LYV) at the Chengdu-plant (B). Another one is YV1XZBBVFL2306910, and this is a XC40 built in Belgium (YV1) at the Ghent-plant (2).
Volvo is like a breath of reliably fresh luxurious air. Thanks for the video!
Thank you for watching!
You bet!
Love the review. I am having a difficult time deciding between the XC40 and the Audi Q3. I like the looks of this; however, we owned a 2017 XC90 Inscription and were very disappointed.We had quite a few problems.
What were this problems if I may ask
@@6aloolq8 we had issues with the autonomous features. Here's one example: Right after we bought the vehicle it had to be taken in for a recall. The dealership was returning it to us and their delivery driver was in stop and go traffic on the freeway. He ended up hitting the vehicle in front of him causing damage to the front end of our brand new Volvo. The autonomous breaking did not engage. We had other problems with the lane system. The navigation showed us in the middle of lake Michigan once in a while. We took a road trip from the Dallas Texas area to Arkansas during the middle of summer and we were only about 2 hours into it and our air conditioning unit went out. The vehicle ended up spending a lot of time in and out of the shop. Though it was very beautiful we just didn't want the headache. My wife now has a BMW X7 and we couldn't be happier with that vehicle.
@@peetfj sorry to hear that! I am stuck also stuck between an x1 or q3 or an xc40. Seeing that Volvo is no longer Swedish, it makes me question the reliability of it even more after hearing your troubles.
Great looking SUV. No doubt.
They really improved a lot under Geely. And Geely also improved big time with Volvo.
Just like Volvo is a case study in expert interior design, Motormouth has become a riveting feature among the many car channels I enjoy regularly on TH-cam. From the driving footage, to questions, to onscreen info, night time pictures, comparisons with other models in the segment and so on, I can´t think of a more entertaining car channel to watch. I was skeptical at first when Zack brought a chick on board (inevitable Yoko Ono comparison), but am happy to have been proven wrong. Andrea adds a lot to what was already a great watch every week.
Thanks for your kind words and we are happy you like the changes we've made to the channel.
Yes she does.
Enjoyed your review. The Volvo is a bit of chunky styling. Too much for me. However, I am considering it and the Audi. I am leaning towards the Audi though.
The steering wheel weight cab actually be configured as Low medium and high so you can have a heavier steering or lighter.
Great job Andrea. Some how the overall shape reminds me of a Nissan Kicks.
Thank you so much! I can definitely see that.
It’s actually a really good idea that Andrea does the reviews with you to give her female perspective.
Great, keep watching, many more videos to come.
I drive volvo v60 cross country and its the best car i ever had , i had BMW FORD but Volvo is really the best specially for long rides
As a used car, Volves are not cheap to fix. They are pricey repair due to the parts costs. But Volvo does an outstanding job in rust protection which is a real bonus for Canadian ownership.
Plus they are WONDERFUL in winter. I'm in NH and have a 2020 V60 Cross Country.
Enjoyed the reviewed. Would you choose this Volvo XC40 or the Mazda CX-30 (Turbo)? It seems you like both, but does one star out versus the other?
To be honest, I would choose the CX-5 Signature over the CX-30 myself. As for the Volvo vs. Mazda, I think you have to drive them both and see which one you prefer. Between the CX-30 and the XC40, the XC40 is bigger so if you need more space, the XC40 would be the way to go.
How do you rate / compare this to the XC70 ?
After 2019th Tiguan I gott Volvo xc 40 and I love it!
Does it come standard with panoramic sunroof?
I own a Volvo XC40 T5 R Design Polestar for over 6 months now and I won't trade it for any other car. Minimal, fun and power packed. What else do you need?
Kind of like the shot of the feature set being read out loud with words on screen. Easy to tell.
Oh good, thank you for this, glad you like it. I think you are talking about Key Standard Features?
Great review. It’s not exactly a cheap compact SUV, but compared to its competitors... I think it is a steal. Volvo products, typically of late, are undeniably unique, rather scarce and quite stoic. I’ve always wanted a Volvo (Ideally a V70 R or the V90), so if this is someone’s market, price wise ... I would absolutely recommend shortlisting the refined product. Thanks for the video.
I do however disagree about the tyre size, I would prefer 18”s on this size of vehicle. 19-20’s, I feel take are a distraction from the it’s stylish lines. (Most would disagree with me).
@@kellingtonlink956 Interesting, thanks for your feedback!
Thank you for watching!
We've been researching vehicles for college-age son. Could anyone teach me the biggest differences between the Volvo xc 40 and the Hyundai Tucson ??? I don't know anyone personally who owns either one. Thank you for any suggestions. I truly appreciate the feedback.
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Is this Volvo xc40 good value for pre owned purchase?
Plz comment on upkeep costs after warranty
Would you suggest this one for pre owned purchase?
💕 your videos
Cheers 🥂
Definitely worth upgrading to the 20-inch wheels in the video then, they look great..
Definitely!
Hi guys great review so entertaining,just wondering out of the Merc,Audi,Mazda and Volvo which would you rate for ride comfort and the quietest cabin ?
They are all very good! The Audi Q3 has a sporty feel, MB GLA is smooth, sporty and the cabin is quite quiet. The Volvo is refined and smooth. The Mazda CX-5 Signature is a great vehicle, sporty, smooth and good value. It really depends on what you like and what you're looking for. They are all quite different.
The Volvo is very smooth.
@@andreaspencer9813 Thank you for your great response.
@@stephengriffin4990 You are very welcome!
Can you get ventilated seats on the xc40?
Thanks for reviewing this product. I’m in the market for a compact utility and am torn between CX5 or making the jump up to the XC40/Q3.
They are all great vehicles, excellent value with the CX5 and you can get the Signature trim with the turbo engine.
Glad we could help!